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DeSantis appoints Mike Crabb to vacant Orange County Commission District 2 seat

Gov. Ron DeSantis appointed Orange County Sheriff’s Office Lt. Mike Crabb to the District 2 seat on the Orange County Commission. Crabb will serve the remainder of Christine Moore’s term while campaigning against four opponents for a full four-year term. more

From Staff Reports | 8/2/26

Located within the Orange County Multicultural Center, the two facilities represent the second phase of the campus’s development. Operated by the Community and Family Services Department, the Multicultural Center is one of nine community centers strategically located throughout Orange County, providing neighborhood-based programs and services to more than 250,000 residents each year.

Orange County celebrates new Innovation Center and Multicultural Senior Center

Orange County celebrated the completion of its new Innovation Center and Multicultural Senior Center with a ribbon-cutting attended by nearly 700 residents. The facilities will provide technology training, recreational programs, and community resources for residents of all ages. more

From the Orange County Newsroom | 8/2/26

Tyrone Banks, the 37-year-old man reported missing Saturday, has been found safe, according to the Apopka Police Department.

Updated: Missing and endangered Apopka man located

The Apopka Police Department is asking for help locating missing and endangered adult Tyrone Banks. The 37-year-old is known to frequent South Apopka and may be accompanied by an unidentified man. more

From the Apopka Police Department and Staff Reports | 8/2/26

Developing Story: Apopka City Commission breaks budget deadlock, approves tentative millage rate

After weeks of debate, the Apopka City Commission approved a compromise tentative millage rate, ending a budget impasse that twice delayed the city's TRIM process. The vote shifts the focus from whether taxes should increase to how much the proposed budget can be reduced before final adoption in September. more

From Staff Reports | 7/30/26 | 3 comments

Nesta defends hiring of “Trooper Steve” to lead Apopka communications

Apopka Mayor Nick Nesta is defending the hiring of Steven “Trooper Steve” Montiero as the city’s new public information director. Nesta says the position involves building and leading a comprehensive communications department, not simply serving as the city’s spokesperson. more

From Staff Reports | 7/30/26 | 2 comments

APD Arrest Report: Police record 36 arrests from July 19-25

The Apopka Police Department reported 36 arrests during the week of July 19 through July 25. The arrests included allegations of burglary, battery, theft, DUI, criminal mischief, traffic violations and outstanding warrants. more

From the Apopka Police Department | 7/30/26

APD reports four burglaries during the week of July 19-25

The Apopka Police Department reported four burglaries between July 19 and July 25. The incidents included two commercial burglaries and two vehicle burglaries. more

From the Apopka Police Department and Staff Reports | 7/29/26

City Commission repeals legal-fee policy, changes MetroPlan representation after contentious special meeting

The Apopka City Commission repealed a policy allowing the city to advance legal expenses to elected officials and replaced Commissioner Nadia Anderson as its representative on the MetroPlan Orlando Board. Anderson repeatedly described the agenda items as “a personal attack,” while Mayor Nick Nesta said the changes would protect taxpayer funds and give commissioners greater opportunities to serve on regional boards. more

From Staff Reports | 7/28/26

In Case You Missed It: Apopka tax-rate vote, road closure and Orange County election coverage

This week’s headlines include a critical Apopka City Commission vote on the proposed property tax rate and the monthlong closure of North Thompson Road. Also featured are interviews with Orange County mayoral candidates Mayra Uribe and Stephanie Murphy, along with Apopka’s representation on the county’s Tourism Tax Task Force. more

From Staff Reports | 7/26/26

Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings receives national arts leadership award

Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings has received a national award recognizing his support for the arts and arts education. The county’s arts and cultural investment reached $31 million this year, including a record $15 million in cultural arts grants. more

From the Orange County Newsroom | 7/26/26

Apopka Commission faces critical vote on proposed property tax rate

The Apopka City Commission will try again to establish a preliminary property tax rate following its July 15 deadlock. The rate selected will determine how much revenue remains available and how deeply the city must cut its proposed budget. more

From Staff Reports | 7/23/26 | 2 comments

North Thompson Road will close to non-local traffic between Welch and Votaw roads beginning Monday, August 10. Local residents and drivers who need the road to reach their neighborhoods will retain access during the approximately monthlong project.

Traffic Alert: North Thompson Road closing for approximately one month beginning August 10

North Thompson Road will close to non-local traffic between Welch and Votaw roads beginning Monday, Aug. 10. Local residents and drivers who need the road to reach their neighborhoods will retain access during the approximately monthlong project. more

From Staff Reports | 7/23/26

Orange County launches FastQ to simplify permitting appointments

Orange County has introduced FastQ, an appointment system that allows permitting customers to schedule in-person, telephone, or video consultations. The locally developed platform is the latest in a series of technology upgrades to the county’s permitting services. more

From the Orange County Newsroom | 7/23/26

Florida's Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday continues through August 20

Florida's monthlong Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday runs through August 20. The tax exemption applies to qualifying school supplies, clothing, backpacks, computers, and other educational items that meet price limits. more

From Staff Reports | 7/22/26

Florida leads nation in foreclosures as filings climb in June

Florida recorded more foreclosure filings than any other state in June, according to new data from ATTOM. The report shows foreclosure activity continued to rise year over year, with Charlotte, Polk, Okeechobee and Osceola counties reporting the highest filing rates in the state. more

By Merrilee Gasser, The Center Square | 7/22/26

APD reports 28 arrests during the past week

The Apopka Police Department reported 28 arrests during the week of July 12-18. The department also responded to 1,627 calls for service, investigated 30 crashes, and issued 79 traffic citations. more

From the Apopka Police Department | 7/22/26

The Apopka City Commission will hold special meetings this week after failing to approve a preliminary property tax rate earlier this month. Commissioners remain divided over the size of a proposed tax increase, but must establish a preliminary millage rate to continue the city's budget process.

Apopka City Commission gets second chance to set preliminary millage rate after budget deadlock

The Apopka City Commission will hold special meetings next week after failing to approve a preliminary property tax rate earlier this month. Commissioners remain divided over the size of a proposed tax increase, but must establish a preliminary millage rate to continue the City's budget process. more

From Staff Reports | 7/21/26 | 1 comment

Orange County Commissioner Mayra Uribe Far right) says she is running for mayor because the county needs a leader willing to challenge the status quo rather than simply manage it. In an interview with The Apopka Voice, she discussed her plans to streamline government, tackle housing affordability, and improve transportation.

Mayra Uribe says Orange County needs bold leadership, not business as usual

Orange County Commissioner Mayra Uribe says she is running for mayor because the county needs a leader willing to challenge the status quo rather than simply manage it. In an interview with The Apopka Voice, she discussed her plans to streamline government, tackle housing affordability, and improve transportation. more

By Reggie Connell, Managing Editor | 7/21/26

Nearly two-thirds of Americans would like to stop changing the clocks twice a year, according to a 2026 poll.

Could America stop changing the clocks? Congress takes another look at daylight saving time

The U.S. House has approved legislation that would make daylight saving time permanent, sending the measure to the Senate for consideration. While many Americans want to end the twice-yearly clock changes, sleep experts say permanent standard time would better align with the body's natural rhythms and improve public health. more

By Beth Ann Malow, Vanderbilt University | 7/21/26

APD reports six burglary-related incidents during the past week

The Apopka Police Department reported six burglary-related incidents during the week of July 12-18. The cases included three residential burglaries, one commercial burglary, and two vehicle burglaries across the city. more

From the Apopka Police Department and Staff Reports | 7/21/26

Free UF/IFAS webinars will help homeowners protect wells and septic systems

UF/IFAS Extension is offering a free webinar series to help Florida homeowners safeguard private wells and septic systems. The four-part program will provide research-based guidance on routine maintenance, water treatment, and preparing household systems for hurricanes and flooding. more

From UF/IFAS | 7/20/26

While U.S. produce prices are rising across the board, tomatoes are among the most affected.

A perfect storm of factors is driving up US produce prices, but shoppers can still save

Prices for tomatoes, lettuce and other fresh produce have climbed substantially over the past year as disruptions ripple through the agricultural supply chain. Shoppers can reduce costs by choosing less-affected foods and substituting canned or frozen produce when appropriate. more

By Elizabeth Canales, Mississippi State University | 7/20/26 | 2 comments

AAA: Florida gas prices surge as oil markets react to Middle East tensions

Florida gas prices rose sharply last week as geopolitical tensions and summer fuel demand pushed oil prices higher. Apopka motorists were paying between $3.81 and $3.96 per gallon at surveyed stations. more

From AAA | 7/20/26

In Case You Missed It: Golden Gem advances, tax-rate vote stalls, and Orange County candidates make their cases

Apopka moved forward with its long-delayed Golden Gem pump station but postponed a preliminary property tax-rate vote after commissioners deadlocked over a proposed increase. This week’s coverage also featured Apopka’s struggle to balance growth with its heritage and interviews with Orange County candidates Rick Singh and Tiffany Moore Russell. more

From Staff Reports | 7/19/26

Moore, Buchheit named to Orange County Tourism Tax Task Force

Former Orange County Commissioner Christine Moore and City of Apopka representative Kimberly Buchheit have been appointed to Orange County’s 2026 Tourist Development Tax Citizen Advisory Task Force. The panel will recommend how future unallocated revenue from the county’s 6% tax on hotel stays and short-term rentals should be spent. more

From Staff Reports and the Orange County Newsroom | 7/19/26

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